Blood and SandvsNew York Sour
Which one fits your taste?
Blood and Sand
A rare four-way balance of Scotch, cherry brandy, sweet vermouth, and orange juice.
New York Sour
A whiskey sour crowned with a dramatic float of dry red wine.
Blood and Sand
New York Sour
Base
whiskey
whiskey
Glassware
Coupe
Rocks glass
Flavor Notes
sweet, sour, strong
sour, sweet, strong
Strong?
Which should you pick?
The Blood and Sand and New York Sour share a very similar flavor profile — both are sweet and approachable and bright and citrus-forward. The deciding factor here is the base spirit (whiskey vs. whiskey) and how each is served, so go with whichever spirit appeals to you more.